Fine Antiquities, Islamic & Asian Works of Art

Fine Antiquities, Islamic & Asian Works of Art

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Lot 15: A Collection of Islamic Miriam Stone Chess Pieces.

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This auction ended on 17 September 2025.

Start price: £220

Estimated price: £300 - £400

Buyer's Premium: 22%

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A Collection of Islamic Miriam Stone Chess Pieces.
A group of seven Islamic chess pieces, finely carved from miriam stone with distinct natural inclusions and shell-like patterns throughout. Each piece is shaped in traditional abstract Islamic form, varying in conical and faceted designs. Likely 19th–20th century.
H: Approximately 5.2 – 7.8cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London collector.